Camp Counselor (Weekends)- Part Time
About The Position
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. This part time position supports the missions and operations of Scouting America, Orange County Council at the Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center, primarily on weekends. Camp Counselors lead outdoor programs under the direction of the Program Director and in accordance with Scouting America program standards. Activities counselors may be trained to lead include, but are not limited to: zipline, high ropes course, low ropes course, climbing wall, teambuilding, archery, bb guns, tomahawks, art walk, ecology hike, mining and panning, gardening and agroecology, night hike, wacky science, and STEM. Opportunities also include Scouting America merit badge programs such as cooking, first aid, environmental science, emergency preparedness, communication, public speaking, and citizenship in the nation.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Experience or willingness to work with children.
- Must pass a background check and complete required training (provided).
- Able to become a registered member of Scouting America.
- Must have or be willing to obtain certification in Adult/Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED.
- Comfortable working variable shifts in outdoor conditions.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and delivers activities to campers and families; working with all age groups- primarily youth aged 5-17- while providing a safe, fun, and exciting camp experience.
- Ensures proper set-up, usage, and clean-up of the facility, equipment, and program materials.
- Positively maintains a focused learning environment in a variety of situations and settings.
- Ensures that safety and protocol are followed in accordance with American Camp Association and Scouting America standards.
- Works with supervisors to resolve participant behavior problems using compassionate de-escalation techniques and director support.
- Assists in the inventory and maintenance of equipment.
- Works as part of a team with other IROEC staff members and uses interpersonal communication techniques to ensure the success of the program and positive work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
